Established in 1998, the Claremont Discourse lecture series is a forum for faculty at The Claremont Colleges to present current research, publications, and creative projects from a wide variety of disciplines. This year, Claremont Discourse celebrates Constitution Day (September 17) with video lectures by Dr. Jack Pitney and Dr. Zachary Courser of Claremont McKenna College.
"The members of the Constitutional Convention signed the United States Constitution on September 17, 1787 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Constitutional Convention convened in response to dissatisfaction with the Articles of Confederation and the need for a strong centralized government. After four months of secret debate and many compromises, the proposed Constitution was submitted to the states for approval. Although the vote was close in some states, the Constitution was eventually ratified and the new Federal government came into existence in 1789. The Constitution established the U.S. government as it exists today." -- United States Constitution: Primary Documents in American History - Library of Congress
You can learn more about Constitution Day events and resources from the Library of Congress and the National Constitution Center.
Download a free pocket Constitution from govinfo.gov or check out the following resources to learn more about the United States Constitution.
Learn how to check your voter registration status at usa.gov.
